Description
Learn the Fundamentals of Masonry through working hands-on with the basic building materials such stone, cement, brick and mortar. This courses teaches the correct process for building and repairing masonry structures by working with the materials and tools in class. This course meets Tuesday evenings, 6:30 – 8:30, for 6 weeks beginning May 4th, 2021. Cost of the course is $325 and includes all tools and supplies.
Specific topics covered include:
Working with Concrete
- Layout and forming
- Mixing
- Forming
Working with Brick
- Types
- Layout
- Mortar types
- Laying and block
- Assessing damaged brick
- Repairing walls and chimneys
- Cleaning brick
Specialized components
- Chimney caps
- Fire boxes
- Outdoor fire places
- Pizza ovens
- Row locks, soldier courses, keystones